Ducati Monster 2021 vs. Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade SP 2017

Ducati Monster 2021

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade SP 2017

Overview - Ducati Monster 2021 vs Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade SP 2017

Ducati Monster 2021

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade SP 2017

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Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 2021 compared to Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade SP 2017

Ducati Monster 2021

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade SP 2017

Ducati Monster 2021

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade SP 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	94 mm	Bore	76 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.5 mm	Stroke	55.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	111 HP	Engine power	192 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	13,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	93 Nm	Torque	114 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	11,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.3	Compression Ratio	13
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	937 ccm	Displacement	999.8 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Marzocchi	Brand	Öhlins
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	direct	Shock mount	Pro-Link
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	133 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Twin Tube
Rake	Rake	66 degree	Rake	66.7 degree
Trail	Trail	93 mm	Trail	96 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	245 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,474 mm	Wheelbase	1,404 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	832 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	188 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	195 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 2021

Ducati has done a good job with the Monster. On paper, you quickly realise that Ducati was able to save a few costs on the equipment. But in the saddle, riding pleasure dominates. Pure joie de vivre spreads out when the agile machine waggles heart-warmingly through the radii. The charismatic V2 rolls casually and perfectly out of the bends.

Powerful V2 engine

lots of power from low revs

comprehensive electronics package

quickshifter as standard

neutral handling

great combination of riding fun and practicality.

Chassis could do with a little more finesse in this price range.

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade SP 2017

Honda has achieved a real feat with the Fireblade. A good motorbike has become better without sacrificing the popular virtues. The bike shines with perfection in terms of chassis setup and overall package. The Fireblade SP is a worthy upgrade to an already fantastic motorbike. The titanium tank makes it clear how serious Honda was. The Öhlins electronic suspension is of high quality and inspires with a radically refreshing new approach. Suspension set-up no longer has to be a compromise.

light-footed handling

strong in alternating curves

wonderful electronics package

sleek look and feel

powerful engine

currently the best electronic chassis on the market

great shift assistant

Response a little rough at the very start of the throttle grip